How to close your Microsoft account

Closing your account means you won’t be able to use it to sign in to the Microsoft products and services you’ve been using. So before you close your account, take the time to tie up loose ends, cancel subscriptions, and make sure you don’t leave anything important behind—whether files in your OneDrive, stuff on Xbox, emails in Outlook.com, or more. For info about what you should check, see Closing a Microsoft account

You get a 60-day waiting period after you close your account. That means if you change your mind, you can sign in to keep your account open. If you don’t sign in during that 60 days, your account will be unrecoverable.

When you're sure you're ready, follow these steps to close your account: